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History (Europe(Crete, Greek, Roman)) Flashcards

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When was the Civilization of Crete?

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3000-1500 BC

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Who inhabited Crete Island?

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Descendants of Indo-Germans

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What was the main livelihood of the Crete people?

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Trading

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Where was Crete Civilization located?

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In the middle of Asia and Europe

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How did the Crete Civilization survived?

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By trading in the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas.

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What is the Crete Culture called?

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Minoan Culture

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Who was the Crete Island king?

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King Minos

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What continents did King Minos united?

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Asia, Europe, Africa

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When did Crete Island reached it’s highest level?

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During the middle ages (2000-1600 BC)

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The cultural centre of Crete Island is in the cities of:

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Knossos and Phaistos

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What were the buildings on Crete Island made of?

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Generally made of bricks and some have terraces.

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Why did the Crete people built a labyrinth?

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For defence against enemy

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What skill did the Crete people have?

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Casting and forging iron

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What was the form of writing used by the Crete People?

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Minoan writing

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When and why did the Island kingdom of Crete fell?

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In the 15th century. Due to decline in trade, natural disasters, and the release of colonies.

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What progress can be seen in the civilization of Greece?

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Science, technology, and art

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What are the 4 Stages of Ancient Greek Civilization?

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Mycenaean, Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic

18
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When was the start and end of Mycenaean Civilization?

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1800 - 600 BC

19
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What part of city is Mycenaean now?

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France

20
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Which king took seat in this civilization?

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King Agamemnon (who led the Trojan War)

21
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When did Archaic Civilization exist?

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800-500 BC

22
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What is the purpose of polis?

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To obtain sufficient food sources, have control over trade routes, and for the socio-political money

23
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Who was the first ever philosopher?

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Thales

24
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When was the Classical Civilization?

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500-323 BC

25
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Classical Civilization is also known as?

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The golden age of Ancient Greece

26
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During the classical civilizations, the first democracy was born, what does that mean?

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People had significant roles in making government decisions

27
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How did the Classical Civilization ended?

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By the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC

28
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How long did Alexander the Great ruled Greece?

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13 years

29
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The early civilization of Romans was divided into 3 eras:

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Roman Empire, Roman Republic, Roman Empire

30
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What was Ancient Roman Civilization known for?

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Their advancement in Science, law, and art

31
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Who built the Roman Empire and when?

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Romulus (1754 BC)

32
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In the Roman civilization, the king was assisted by:

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Senate (up to 300 patricians)

33
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In Roman republic, the government was ruled by:

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2 consultants, whom the people elected

34
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In Roman republic, a council consists of:

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Senates and the House of Representative

35
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What is the 12 stone table laws?

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The agreement on equal rights

36
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Who are the triumvirate?

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Julius Caesar, Pompous, Crassus

37
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What did the triumvirate do?

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They invaded Rome and overthrew the republic

38
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Who was crowned as the sole ruler in the Roman Empire?

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Julius Caesar

39
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There was a rebellion by:

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Cassius and Brutus

40
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Who took over Caesar’s place? What did he proclaim himself as?

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General Octavian, who proclaimed himself to be the first Roman emperor.

41
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The first Roman empire bear a new name:

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Emperor Augustus

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